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Hidden moisture in caravans: two court cases in Denmark and Poland

01.05.2026 01:17 1 min 3 sources

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Hidden moisture in caravans: two court cases in Denmark and Poland — © PolsatNews.pl

Two incidents involving caravans damaged by hidden moisture have drawn attention in Denmark and Poland. In Denmark, a private seller lost a court case after selling a caravan with high moisture levels. An inspection revealed hidden moisture damage requiring repairs costing 215,000 kroner. The court ordered the seller to refund 170,000 kroner to the buyer and take back the caravan.

In Poland, entrepreneurs bought a new caravan for 220,000 zlotys to use as a mobile office. After five months, a cracked shower tray (according to other sources, incorrectly installed) allowed moisture to enter, damaging the floor and causing mold. The authorized service initially agreed to replace the entire floor but later refused, offering only local drying. The owners estimate losses at 100,000 zlotys and plan to take the case to court, demanding a replacement caravan.

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